With The Upcoming Yarn Crawl Coveted Yarn Is Kicking Yarn and Taking Names
Author: Joey Ciaramitaro
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Beth Williams Represents! In Venice
This one goes right up there with some of the coolest ones so far- Doug’s Russia and Meg Lee’s China ones! Thanks Beth
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Johnston and Schlichte Back In Business
The Chamber Reports
Fire Last Friday
Back in Business This Week
Last Friday,
a terrible fire at the law offices of Johnstone & Schlichte
destroyed a 100-year old historic building on Pleasant Street; it gutted the
law office and ruined Tricia and Gary Johnstone’s home on the second
floor. The Johnstones lost all of their personal property in the blaze. It
was an awful tragedy for a well-known Gloucester family. At least no one was
seriously injured and the dog was saved.
While the
fire was reported as a total loss, we are pleased to report that the Johnstone
& Schlichte hard drive was stored in a fire-proof safe and the legal files
were saved. The law firm has its records and will be able to resume business
immediately.
Johnstone
& Schlichte has moved right around the corner to the second floor of the
BankGloucester building on Middle Street in Gloucester. The files have already
been moved into place and office furniture is due for arrival on Tuesday. It
will take most of the week to get things running as before but clients can be
assured that the files are intact and legal services are being quickly
restored. The building reconstruction is already in design. Amazingly, the
original masonry walls are in good shape and construction will be underway
soon. An historic Gloucester landmark will be saved.
We wish
Trish, Gary and Catherine the best. Stop by their new pub ‘Stones’
on Main Street to wish them well. They can be reached at 978-283-1413
or email info.
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2011 Boston Massacre Home Opener Pics cont.
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Gloucester Twitter Folk You Should Follow- @CapeAnnArtHaven
Click here and start following along- be informed-
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Ulster Weavers Cotton Apron at Alexandra’s Bread Co
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Tough Day
Seeing Dad in the nursing home for the first time. Just trying to stay strong for my mom.
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DTF Burger Challenge Contestant Big Lar
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Palermos Fried Raviolis
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Yarn Crawl 2011 Is A Big Deal
http://www.goodmorninggloucester.com Do you get it?
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GMG Questions and Answers- David Brooks Art Haven Founder
How long have you lived in Gloucester?
22 years
What is your favorite season In Gloucester?
summer
Do you have any secret outdoor spots in Gloucester where you go to “get away”?
10 lb Island
What is your favorite pizza joint in Gloucester?
Poseidons
What is your favorite sub shop in Gloucester?
Destinos
What place would you go for a romantic dinner in Gloucester?
Azorean
What is your favorite bar in Gloucester?
Cape Ann Brewery
What is your favorite breakfast joint in Gloucester?
Lees
What is your favorite local event in Gloucester?
Lobster Trap Tree Lighting
In the summer do you prefer the beach or to be on a boat?
BOAT!!!
Who is your favorite local artist?
Chris Williams
Which is your favorite local beach?
Niles
Who has the best chowder in town?
Causways
Excluding GMG what is your second favorite local blog?
Is there any others? jk Jay Alberts Cape Ann Images
Do you prefer haddock chowder or clam chowder?
Clam Chowder
What is your favorite Gloucester neighborhood?
Walker Creek West Gloucester
What is your favorite local band?
Mile 21
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Heather Atwood’s Visit With Chef Jose Duarte in Boston’s North End Video
Check Out The Video At The Gloucester Times Website By Clicking The Picture-
Heather Atwood shot a video recently with Chef Jose Duarte of Taranta in Boston’s North End
Jose Duarte is becoming very well known for two reasons, his unique combination of Peruvian and Italian dishes and his absolute dedication to operating a sustainable restaurant. In this video Jose shows Heather how to make a scallop ceviche Peruvian style, called "Tiradito, a ceviche-like treatment of fish cut like sashimi, evidence of the wave of Japanese farm workers who arrived in Peru in the late 19th century." The food is too spectacular not to be recognized. Zagat named it one of the best new restaurants of the Decade. Boston Magazine named it one of the top 50 Restaurants in Boston. The Massachusetts Restaurant Association has just named Jose Duarte “Chef of the Year.”
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Swan Diving
This character was picking away at kelp at low tide.
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CAPE ANN NOROVIRUS OUTBREAK
“If you or someone you know has been sick with diarrhea, nausea or vomiting this winter you may have had Norovirus” states Gloucester Public Health Nurse, Chassea Robinson. Cape Ann and the surrounding communities have experienced a series of Norovirus outbreaks this winter and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports that Norovirus is prevalent around the state. Compounding the problem is that there are several strains of Norovirus circulating which means a person could get the illness more than once.
Norovirus is commonly known by other names including: viral gastroenteritis, stomach flu and food poisoning. The most common symptoms are frequent diarrhea and/or vomiting and stomach pain. People with Norovirus feel extremely ill. Dehydration can quickly become a problem for people suffering with Norovirus, especially in children and elders. Most people recover in 24 to 48 hours. People with the virus are contagious from as soon as they become ill to at least 3 days and possibly as long as 2 weeks after they recover.
Norovirus is a highly contagious illness and outbreaks are common due to the ease of transmission. The virus can spread quickly in closed environments like daycare centers and nursing homes. However, anyone can become infected through touching contaminated surfaces and putting hands in the mouth, having direct contact with an infected person, and eating contaminated food or liquid.
Hand washing is the best defense against the virus especially after using the toilet or changing diapers. Alcohol based hand sanitizers are a helpful addition in hand hygiene efforts but not as effective as careful washing with soap and water. People infected with the virus should not prepare food for others. Clean and disinfect contaminated surfaces. Wash laundry that is contaminated with vomit or feces thoroughly.
There is no vaccine to prevent Norovirus infection. There are no medications to treat the illness. Rehydration is very important for people ill with the virus, they must drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost through vomiting and diarrhea.
For more information contact your local Health Department in Gloucester at 978 281 9771.
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YMCA FUNdraiser at Lat 43 Tuesday March 8th
YMCA Fundraiser at Latitude 43 – Gloucester
FUNdraiser @ LATITUDE 43!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 5:00 pm – close
BOURBON STREET ON ROGERS STREET!
BIG EASY FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS! RAFFLES! PRIZES!
LIVE DIXIELAND MUSIC BY: "DAVE SAG’S FAT TUESDAY FIVE"
10% OF SALES TO BENEFIT YMCA TEENS REBUILDING
NEW ORLEANS
WORKING TOGETHER FOR A STRONGER COMMUNITY
For too many families in the Greater New Orleans area, this will be the sixth year that they spend without a stable home. With more than 400 families still living in FEMA trailers, and thousands more who own their homes but cannot afford to rebuild, the St. Bernard Project is committed to helping these families return home. 
Building upon the success of our April 2010 Trip, as seen above, a dedicated team of sixteen local teenagers and four adult chaperones from our YMCA will be returning in 2011 to continue our service-learning and volunteer work.
Please consider joining us for a great night for a great cause!
Reservations recommended: 978-281-0223
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Boston Derby Dames Super Fan
This Massacre Fan can’t get enough.
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Quote of Thr Week From Greg Bover
“Most people don’t recognize opportunity when it comes
because it wears overalls and it looks like work.”
–Thomas Alva Edison
1847-1931
Often praised as the pre-eminent inventor of the
modern technological age, the “Wizard of Menlo Park” was home-schooled
and a voracious reader. Beginning his working career as a telegraph
operator, he built his own laboratory for the exploration of electrical power
and went on to hold over a thousand patents. His inventions most famously
include the electric light bulb, the stock ticker and the phonograph.
His method of dogged trial and error, denigrated by his rival Tesla, is
reflected in his best known remark, “Genius is one percent inspiration, and
ninety-nine percent perspiration.”
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GMG Questions and Answers- Donna Ardizzoni
Many of you know Donna as a GMG contributor but she is also a Grandmother and a community maniac who loves to help make our place here a better spot to be every single day!
How long have you lived in Gloucester?
7 years but my soul has been here for 58 years
What is your favorite season In Gloucester?
Summer but love all season in paradise
Do you have any secret outdoor spots in Gloucester where you go to “get away”?
Raffe’s Chasm
What is your favorite pizza joint in Gloucester?
Valentinos but now it is closed
What is your favorite sub shop in Gloucester?
Virgilios
What place would you go for a romantic dinner in Gloucester?
The Franklin
What is your favorite bar in Gloucester?
Minglewood at Lat 43
What is your favorite breakfast joint in Gloucester?
Passports
What is your favorite local event in Gloucester?
Where do I start, Schooner Festival, Celebrate Gloucester
In the summer do you prefer the beach or to be on a boat?
Beach, as often as possible
Who is your favorite local artist?
Allen Estes
Which is your favorite local beach?
Magnolia
Who has the best chowder in town?
Since I am allergic to clams, which is a bummer, but probably would be the Causeway
Excluding GMG what is your second favorite local blog?
My grandchildren’s
Do you prefer haddock chowder or clam chowder?
Wish I could have both
What is your favorite Gloucester neighborhood?
Where we live, Magnolia
What is your favorite local band?
Groove therapy
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Building Center YuKanRun.com 1-Mile Road Race
Tom Alves (left) and Paul Dunfey (center) of the Building Center and Julie LaFontaine of The Open Door Food Pantry display the new race banner to announce the Building Center YuKanRun.com 1-Mile Road Race.
"The Building Center is very pleased to become the title sponsor of this new race.
The race will take place in the heart of the city of Gloucester
and we enjoy giving back to the community."
– Tom Alves, Chief Operating Officer at the Building Center
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Race Registration is Now Open! REGISTER NOW!
The Building Center YuKanRun.com 1-Mile Road Race
Gloucester, MA
Saturday, April 9, 2011 9:00am
Announcing the first of nine races in our exciting series that includes events all over the North Shore. Each race gets a little longer and helps you get a little stronger. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlanic Ocean as you run past the Gloucester Fisherman’s Memorial Statue along the historic waterfront. Test your off-season training and spring fitness or save the date as a goal for your first road race. This spectacular course is fast and flat.
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Gloria’s Fried Pork Chops With Rice and Beans
Good Morning Gloucester 